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Friday, August 28, 2026

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There’s a pub in Ireland that’s been running for more than 1,100 years! Sean’s Bar in Athlone in Ireland has been open for business since about 900 AD, with records of every owner of the pub since its founding. While surprising at first, it makes sense that it has stood the test of time. Sean’s Bar... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, August 27, 2026

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Bill and Melinda Gates have given away more than $45 billion since 1994. Bill Gates alone has ranked among the world’s richest for decades now, amassing much of his vast fortune from Microsoft, which he co-founded. Bill and Melinda Gates founded the “Giving Pledge” in 2010 to encourage other wealthy... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, August 26, 2026

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Samsung’s various business activities account for more than 15% of Korea’s entire economy. Being the world’s largest manufacturer of phones is apparently not enough, as in Korea, there are hospitals, apartments, universities, and even funeral parlors owned by Samsung. There’s a mountain in Greece... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, August 24, 2026

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Elephants can swim up to six hours at a time. One of their greatest advantages is their trunk, which they use just like a snorkel to stay underwater for longer periods. Elephants also have great stamina, which allows them to swim for lengthy periods. When they’re tired, they can just float along... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, August 23, 2026

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Nintendo used to have a hotline you could call if you were stuck in one of their games. Back in the days before the internet, video games were much more challenging, and finding the right way to beat them sometimes seemed impossible. Nintendo was well aware of this, and in the US, at least provided... Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, August 22, 2026

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More than $700 million worth of aluminum cans are thrown out by Americans every year. Aluminum is one of the most recyclable materials on the market, and it’s also the most valuable. This is because aluminum is relatively rare yet is used in many different areas ranging from soda cans to airplanes.... Sign in to see full entry.

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Friday, August 21, 2026

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According to research, starting school at 10 am is better for your health. This is particularly true for teenagers, whose growing bodies require more sleep than they’re able to get with conventionally early start times. Not only does starting a few hours later reduce illness by up to fifty percent,... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, August 20, 2026

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Ancient Roman commoners went on strike by evacuating their cities, leaving the upper classes hopelessly fending for themselves. Secessio plebis (secession of the plebeians) is similar to a general strike but proved much more effective as the upper classes almost entirely relied upon the working... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, August 19, 2026

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There’s a restaurant in New York that employs grandmas instead of chefs. The menu at Enoteca Maria is a little unconventional, as half of it is a fixed Italian menu while the other half changes daily. This is because a different grandmother comes in every day with not just a new menu but a... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, August 18, 2026

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Visitors to one of Hawaii’s islands can take a shelter dog out on adventures for a day. That’s right; if you head on over to Kauai in Hawaii, you can pick up a shelter dog and take it for walks on the beach, hikes, or just wander around the island! Each dog is geared up with a cute vest that... Sign in to see full entry.

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